It’s important for all puppies to be exposed to new sights, sounds, and experiences, but even more so for puppies who will go on to become guide dogs for visually impaired individuals. This video shows the first 21 weeks of guide dog Jackson’s life, during which he opens his eyes for the first time, learns […]

Puppy temperament tests can be a helpful tool for breeders placing puppies in homes. But can they predict their behavior into adulthood?

  The AKC Detection Dog Task Force has launched its Pilot Detection Puppy Rearing Program – an opportunity for breeders and owners to work closely with experts on raising dogs that will have the potential to be trained for explosives detection work. The United States has a serious shortage of qualified dogs to perform the […]

Bulldogs are known for their dedicated demeanor and adorably wrinkled appearance. Unlike other breeds, they require a few special considerations when it comes to exercise, training, and grooming. For tips on navigating your Bulldog's first year and beyond, we've turned to Brenda Fontanos, AKC Bulldog breeder and owner of Font A Nose Bulldog in Lebanon, […]

Raising well-adjusted, confident toy and small breed puppies begins in the whelping box. Breeders have a pivotal role in helping them become small dogs with big personalities during the eight-week countdown from birth until pups go to new homes. In “Genetics and the Social Behavior of the Dog," behavioral scientists John Paul Scott and John […]

Although many dogs find visiting the vet scary, it doesn't have to be a negative experience! Here's how to make your puppy's first vet visit great.

Every dog lover knows the telepathy between man and his best friend: that doggy sixth sense that has them loving on you when you're sad and even seeming to anticipate your commands. But how did dogs get to be so excellent at communicating with people in the first place? Putting Puppies’ Communication Skills to the […]

Although puppies are little bundles of energy, they usually sleep 18-20 hours a day. Here's how to create the perfect puppy sleep schedule.

Registering with the AKC connects dog owners to a community that values purebred pride, offering them lifetime benefits and carrying on the legacy of your beloved breed. As a breeder and exhibitor, you understand the value of AKC support. But puppy buyers don’t always understand the importance of AKC registration, so we have gathered some […]

AKC Urban CGC Test as a Public Access Test AKC Urban CGC is a title in the Canine Good Citizen family of awards and titles that also include AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, Canine Good Citizen and AKC Community Canine. AKC Urban CGC requires that the dog demonstrate CGC skills and beyond in a setting that includes […]